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2023-05-23 13:37:52 UTC - HELPFUL
Rated by Participant: 2CA19CD8AFB79A47BBFC084D3064CED2F9EF2CEAB4D49630C2BFC701D5D4A2CF
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Wearing face masks in public can help reduce the spread of respiratory illnesses within the community by reducing the number of infectious particles that may be inhaled or exhaled. In several countries outside the US is seen as a normal common choice. Relevant sources: https://time.com/5799964/coronavirus-face-mask-asia-us/ https://www.tripsavvy.com/face-masks-in-hong-kong-1535600 https://japantoday.com/category/features/lifestyle/why-do-japanese-people-wear-surgical-masks-its-not-always-for-health-reasons
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